Costco Return Policy

Editor-verified return-policy details for Costco — last verified Apr 17, 2026.

Lifetime return policy9999 days left on a purchase made today

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Policy at a glance

Return window: Unlimited (most items)
Window (days): 9999 days
Free returns: Yes
Return shipping cost: Free
Restocking fee: None
Holiday extension: Not specifically extended (already unlimited)
Non-returnable items: Cigarettes, alcohol (where prohibited), gift cards, tickets, custom orders, precious metals, airline tickets
Time-bomb items: Electronics/appliances 90 days, diamonds over 1ct require original GIA/IGI certs
Category: Warehouse

Frequently asked questions

What is Costco's return window?

Unlimited (most items)

Does Costco offer free returns?

Yes

How much does Costco charge for return shipping?

Free

Does Costco charge a restocking fee?

None

Does Costco extend its return window for the holidays?

Not specifically extended (already unlimited)

What items cannot be returned to Costco?

Cigarettes, alcohol (where prohibited), gift cards, tickets, custom orders, precious metals, airline tickets

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Return-policy data is sourced from Costco’s public customer-service pages and editor-verified by the Thrifle team. Policies can change at any time — always confirm on Costco’s official site before purchase.